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Farewell, for a while…

I have always loved lighthouses. Beautiful, memorable and in many ways, mysterious “guardians of the night”. Beckoning the seabound to safe harbour, for centuries and throughout the world.

Right now, I am seeking a “safe harbour” in life.

Life has been overly “hectic” for quite a long time now. We continue (Joe and I) to work through several challenges. Some good, some we could do without. But we are not giving up. We feel the new year beckoning with good people and new experiences, on the horizon.

For now, I need to focus on working through what’s currently “on the plate”. I also look forward to coming through the next few months to emerge: a happier, calmer and more content person, in 2010.

I will be taking a “time out” from regular blogging/posting, to regroup. When time and the opportunity permits, I will continue to visit my favorite (so many!) blogs. Hopefully, you will also stop by when you can and leave a comment to let me know “what’s new” in your life .

I will truly miss the weekly contact with all of you but I shall be back!

I want to also share two of my favorite poems that I wrote some time ago, in keeping with the lighthouse prompt this week at OSI. I re-read these now and feel the inspiration that was there when I wrote them.

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I am a freelance writer, poet, artisan, avid book/product reviewer and award-winning cookbook author.
I recently published the second volume of my new vegetarian cookbook series:
-The Groovy Green Kitchen II: Simply, Super, Supper Soups
and my fun and inspirational book, all about aging well:
-Laughing AT the Grim Reaper! Gems of Wisdom for Aging Well
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-The Groovy Green Kitchen: Weeknight Veggie Slow Cooker
-Third Chapter, Second Chance (a mid-life romance)
-Not Just for Vegetarians: Delicious Homestyle Cooking, the Meatless Way
and the poetry collections:
-Haiku Reflections:The Four Seasons (Volume i and II)
and
-My Poetic Path
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Having just returned renewed after a couple of month essentially of not really blogging, I can tell you honestly that it is so very necessary to take a break to recharge and renew. We’ll be here when you return dear Geraldine.

Dear Sue, I will still be visiting all of you, when I can. The posting will have to be on hold for a while, here and at Veggies…maybe that’s a good thing, now and then.

Dear Lissa, I’m so glad you enjoyed this poem. I am always happy to read your latest story or poem. Always a wonderful discovery at your blogs!

Dear Christine, And to you as well, dear C! Keep sharing your wonderful photo scenes, they are treasures. I have one as my current screensaver!

Dear SandyC, You are an inspiration to us all. Thanks for everything you do! And you do so much.

Dear Cat, I love your new blog format. I will miss you all but I hope to get things “straightened out” sooner than later and find the time and inspiration to really enjoy my writing again. Thanks for your continued support and friendship, I’m glad we met over at Jason’s.

Dear Rob, I thought that was a fitting description of what I am hoping to find. Thanks for your kind words Rob.

Dear Shraddha, I love you too! And the name of your blog: The Self-Love Project, is good advice for all of us. I’m taking it! 😉

Dear Jeeves, Thanks so much, nice to know. I will miss all of you too.

Dear Sweetest.., How nice to read this. That’s what poetry is all about, isn’t it? Touching the heart. Or so it should be. I’m glad this did. I loved your post for this prompt too.

Geraldine, thank you for letting me feel that I am knowing you. Best of wishes for your retreat from the blogs. Sometimes we just do too much. If I wasn’t retired I couldn’t do my blogs like I do either.

I will be looking forward to you returning, you have such poetic talent of which I do wish just a little would rub off on me.
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FYI, to keep up with me my other blog is more of a journal sprinkled with some fun. It is Jim’s Little Blog at http://jimmiehov.blogspot.com/. Bye for now, ((((HUGS)))) 🙂
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What a beautiful post Geraldine! Your choice of prompt was fantastic. I totally understand your need for a blogging break- you will be very much missed! I will be awaiting your return! Happy Holidays and take care~

may you find all that you need as you move through this time, and you know I certainly understand needing to take a break – sending many hugs and blessings your way – I hope to find 2010 with some space for my own return to regular blogging – my most sincere best wishes

I find myself coming back to the blogs as you are leaving for a while and it makes me remember how you were always there for me when I needed to retreat within. Please know if you need a friendly ear; I am here for you as you were for me. I will never forget how you reached out to me amid my pain and always made me smile when I thought I wasn’t able.

You are a beautiful person. I am sending you love and light and putting your name on my healing altar. I will also add you to my reiki list.

Hello everyone, Just checking in. Hope all is well. Progressing towards our goals, slowly but surely. With spring on the way, I feel a new sense of expectation and beginnings. I miss you all and send my best wishes to you, each and every day.

Many hugs and “see” you soon. G 🙂

Dear Tammie, I agree. The connection is there. My emotions continued from one to the other. Glad you enjoyed the read.

Dear Patti, Thank you and hope yours was wonderful!

Dear Vesper, What a lovely comment. Thank you for your continued support. I hope all your projects are going well.

Dear Kayt, How lovely to see a comment from you again. I’ve been wondering how you were. I don’t “twitter” so I’ve lost touch. I hope you return to blogging in 2010, you have been missed!

Dear Ruinwen, And how lovely to “see” you again too dear friend. I am glad that my support helped, in any way. Thank you for praying for me, much appreciated.

Stopped in to look around and didn’t get much farther than this post … love lighthouses too! The poems were both such a joy to read. I will return another time to explore more! Thanks for sharing and congrats on 2 years! wow!